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BU53 ZCZ

2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

42,260 mi
Last recorded42,260 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2020
Typical for 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe47,556 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 ZCZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2020 42,260 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 42,137 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 41,561 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 40,517 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front. (3.6.B.4d)

Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both lower. (2.4.G.2)

inner edge of front discs rusting.

keep check on both rear shockabsorber lower bushes.

undertrays fitted.

Pass 4 Jun 2015 39,243 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 38,351 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2014 38,349 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 May 2013 36,543 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 34,708 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 33,032 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 33,032 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 29,854 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 26,379 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 21,716 miles

both front tyres cracked and perrished

Pass 29 Mar 2007 16,767 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 16,267 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 16,267 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Coupe?

Based on 282,294 MOT tests across 17,380 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
3,273
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
17,380
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 9,153
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,215
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,697
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,268
Headlamp aim too low 5,252
Full Smart (mcc) City Coupe reliability report

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BU53 ZCZ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 47,556 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Coupe fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 9,153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU53 ZCZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU53 ZCZ registered?

BU53 ZCZ is a 2003 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BU53 ZCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 ZCZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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